Being able to think things through, and being able to articulate those thoughts to others, are easy to take for granted. However, this is the gift for which I am …
Grateful for Linux
Yes, for Linux. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m not here to bash Windows, although I should, perhaps. No, I’ve been using Linux now for well over a year and …
Wheels of Dreams
Des Moines, Iowa hosted the 31st annual Ms. Wheelchair America Pageant this past July. This 6 day event brought together 24 state titleholders, each of them being a spokesperson for …
Second Chance
I don’t know anyone who enjoys being wrong. Being wrong shows weakness, vulnerability. It shows that, even if it’s just for one moment, we’re not as good as we thought …
Daredevil Dances with Disability
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s SUPER GIMP!? Well, not exactly. I enjoy movies, I really do; but I missed this one in the theaters and am just getting …
Reflection
My name is Lissette. I would like to share my experience with you. In 1991, I was 22 and the mother of a six month old beautiful girl, when I …
The Man!
It’s an age old question: which sex has a harder time of it: men or women? At first blush, it seems superficial and sophomoric, but add having a disability into …
Lesson In Love
“What a day! I’m exhausted. Let’s just stay home and relax,” Janet said. She sat on the floor with her back against my bed while I painted my nails. “Fine …
Men Are Equal Horn Dogs
Let’s face it men are horn dogs! Men don’t care if a woman is disabled or not. If the woman is willing then he is ready. Therefore, disabled men have …